Potting area adjustment for NC and MD to reduce capture time and improve reconstruction.
Instructions for Adjusting Pot Positions
General Adjustment:
Move pots in both the X and Y axis directions closer to the starting (0,0) pot position (see figure). This will effectively shrink the potting area.
The boundaries (large spaces) separating different species groups will thus be moved closer to the (0,0) position in the y-axis direction.
Distance Between Pots:
Adjust the distance between pots from the current 2 feet to 1 foot.
Ensure all pots are moved uniformly by 1 foot to maintain consistent travel distances for the x-axis.
Special Considerations for Large Plants:
For large plants, such as Browntop Millet in MD:
Move pots 1 foot closer as instructed.
Thin out overlapping plants afterward by cleaning removing plants that are too large.
Key Points to Remember:
Consistent spacing is crucial to prevent the bot from traveling different distances in the X-axis direction.
Uniform adjustment across the entire potting area will enhance the efficiency and accuracy of image capture and reconstruction.
